We compiled a list of quotes we lovingly and respectfully call "Pastor Jeffisms." We wanted to share them with you on your very special day and hope you will enjoy hearing them as much as we enjoy using them in our daily walk with the Lord.

I'm so glad you're here!
Press on toward the prize!
So many people are tied to your obedience to God.
The Lord has ordered your steps and knows every hair on your head.
Let's try to outdo people with kindness!
God has a plan, people!
You don't have to be a pedigree. God loves each of us the same.
You don't need hair to get to heaven!
I don't want anybody going down on my watch. I love you guys!
I want to see this thing through to the end!
Fight the good fight of faith!
God is good!
Don't back down!
Be a radical giver! Just make it a habit to tip 20%.
Turn around and say "hi" to about 100 people.
I just love this church!
If you're a first time visitor, you need to come back 30-40 times to get a
good feel for the church. I really like it here.
God loves you sooo much!
My brother and I spent a lot of time under the California sun picking weeds.
I'm so glad I go to a church where.
St. Louis Family church is not a beige church.
Just let that rattle around in your 7 lb. noggin for a while.
Elbow the person next to you and say, "You're better today than you
were yesterday."
Keep on keepin' on!
We're keeping it real, people!

Your unique style and commitment to be "real" has blessed us and given us words to live by as we press on and reach for the prize. As you've reminded us over the years, God has perfect timing, and your 50th birthday is right on time according to His plan and His purposes!

We love you and wish you the best of the best in God's divine plan! Happy Birthday!